Minister, as we approach the games in Rio we all know that our athletes are the pride of our country. It takes a lot of sacrifice and effort to be a part of that. We have a duty to support these athletes, who are representing us.
In my riding of Surrey Centre, as well as yours, Delta, which abuts mine, there are many athletes who are aspiring to be in the Olympics but in sports that maybe are not considered the top-tier sports and get less funding, perhaps like field hockey or others.
Can you tell us more about the athlete assistance program?